Murkowski Highlights Alaska Wins in NDAA

Washington, DC –Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) voted in favor of theNational Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, which passed the Senate by a bipartisan vote of 77-20. The bill now goes to the President’s desk for his signature.
The FY26 NDAA provides a 3.8 percent pay raise for military personnel, expands investment in military construction, supports state-of-the-art defense technologies, and strengthens America’s alliances abroad, all while delivering meaningful wins for Alaska’s defense infrastructure.
“As Russia and China continue to strengthen their positions in the Indo-Pacific, the geostrategic significance of Alaska continues to grow for the United States—and that reality is clearly reflected in this year’s National Defense Authorization Act,”said Senator Murkowski.“By investing in our servicemembers and modernizing our military capabilities, we are ensuring that Alaska is prepared to serve as the frontline of our western defense. Whether through Arctic operations, missile defense, or space launch capacity, I will continue advocating for the resources our troops need to keep Alaska and America safe.”

NDAA FY26 Highlights for Alaska

Investing in Alaska’s Military Infrastructure
The NDAA authorizes critical new military construction (MILCON) projects across Alaska that will strengthen readiness, enhance quality of life, and support ongoing missions in the Arctic and Indo-Pacific.
The NDAA also includes a Murkowski amendment expanding the Defense Community Infrastructure Program to allow demolition projects as eligible for assistance. This ensures that communities supporting nearby military installations can modernize obsolete structures.

Supporting Alaska’s Servicemembers and Their Families
Alaska’s servicemembers and their families sacrifice greatly to defend our nation, and Senator Murkowski has long prioritized ensuring they receive the support they need to carry out their missions and care for their loved ones. To that end, the legislation provides a 3.8 percent pay raise for military personnel.
The legislation also provides for:

Expanding America’s Defense Capabilities
The FY26 NDAA invests in next-generation defense technologies and national security innovation while strengthening alliances to keep Americans safe at home and abroad.

Investing in our Coast Guard
With more than 47,000 miles of coastline—longer than the combined shorelines of the Lower 48—Alaska has a unique relationship with the United States Coast Guard. Senator Murkowski used this year’s Coast Guard Authorization Act (CGAA), included within the NDAA, to advance critical investments in the service.
The CGAA authorizes $11.8 billion in operations and maintenance funding for FY26 and $13.5 billion for FY27, and includes:
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